The Faizabad division of Uttar Pradesh is divided into four of which Barabanki is one of them. It is like an epicenter as it gives way to seven other districts. It is paralleled by Ganga and Gomti Rivers. It merges with the Sitapur district on the northern side while the River Ghaghara touches the district on the north-eastern boundary. It is naturally bordered by the Gomti River on the south and Faizabad on the east. The Lucknow district and the Faizabad district adjoin on the west. The district headquarter are situated at the Barabank city. Barabanki has given birth to many saints and ascetics, literatteurs and intellectuals. It was also an important battleground during the freedom struggle against the British.

It became a part of Awadh or Oudh in 1856 under the British rule. The Barabanki Taluqdars did join the Sepoy Mutiny in 1857-1858 but left soon afterwards Lucknow was captured. Many streams amd marshes are found in this region. The district has sandy soil on the upper parts whereas clayey on the lower ones. The clayey soil produces finer crops. The Rivers Ghaghara, Gomti and Kalyani and their numerous tributaries are used for irrigation and other purposes by the district. The district is prone to floods during the rainy season. The land area is changed every year owing to the change in course of the River Ghaghara. The main crops grown in the region are rice, wheat, pulse and other food-grains and sugarcane. The occupation of agriculture is very active here. It is bordered by two important rivers and both are navigable. Both the Northern and the North-eastern Railways pass through this region. Also, National Highways 24A, 28, 28C and 56A pass through this region. It is well connected to other cities by means of roadways.

Barabanki History

The Non Co-operative movement was started by Gandhiji in the year 1921 which once again sparked the struggle towards independence. The district opposed the arrival of Prince of Wales to India. Protests were held in large numbers. Also many fighters were imprisoned in this procession. The people of this made their active participation in the three famous movements towards independence. The movements were - the Khilafat movement of 1922, the Salt movement of 1930 and the Quit India movement of 1942. Because of their relentless efforts, the District Congress office was sealed. The activities were still carried on though underground. The protestors looted the Haidergarh Post Office on August 24, 1942. The people of this district enthusiastically respond to the call of Satyagraha and large numbers courted arrest.

Barabanki Climate

Since the district lies in the plains, it experiences a tropical climate. Extreme conditions are experienced during summers, winters and rainy season. The months from June to September are primarily the monsoon months. Winter lasts till February end starting from November. The minimum temperature ever recorded has been 2.5 degrees and highest has been 47.5 degrees.

Barabanki Culture

Barabanki has a rich cultural heritage. The district has produced numerous saints, ascetic, intellectuals and freedom fighters. Sufi Saint Haji Waris Ali Shah of international fame preached about the oneness of God. Satnami Saint Shri Jagjiwan Das and Saint Malamat Shah lit the torch of communal harmony for the countrymen at large. Many places of importance from the time of Mahabharata are also present here- kanwariyas Mahadeva, the Kurukshetra of Mahabharat and the Parijaat tree.

Barabanki Tourism

Tourist places in Barabanki
Mahadeva
Dewa
Parijaat
Siddhaur
Badosarai
Kintur
Satrikh
Bhitauli
Masauli